Individual arrival in Vienna. (Tip: use low-cost carriers to Vienna/Bratislava) Tonight, the evening belongs to you! How about a spectacular stroll through the imperial city or visit a typical Viennese tavern with local foods and goodies “Heurigen”? Possibilities are endless in the “City of Waltz”.

Not far from Vienna begins an untouched alluvial landscape and a nature reserve with stunning and diverse flora and fauna. Get away from it all and enjoy the wonderful peace and silence, only interrupted by the twittering chirps of birds. The ancient Romans have left their print and also have relaxed in the nice warm water of Bad Deutsch Altenburg. The archaeological park of Carnuntum will invite you into an exciting journey to the past.

Nestled between the hills of Hainburg and the Carpathian Mountains, cycle on to Europe’s youngest capital, Bratislava. The Slovak capital has an enchanting, sleepy old town in addition to magnificent modern buildings.

The Rye Island is a paradise for birds and fish. In the midst of this untouched landscape with small islands you will find dreamy farming villages and a labyrinth of Danube tributaries. Your destination for the day is the city of Györ, located at the confluence of 3 rivers. The city enchants with its baroque old town. Recommendation: Use the train comfortably for the route between Mosonmagyarovar and Györ. Train tickets are available from ticket machines at the station and cost around €1 per journey. This shortens the cycling stage to a total of approx. 44 km.

After cycling through the lush rolling hills into the village of Komarom, the favourite village of renowned King Matthias is waiting for you this day.

Today you cycle along the banks of the Slovakian Danube on small low-traffic roads through quaint and quintessential villages. On your way to the “Town of Bishops and Kings”, Esztergom, also known as the „Hungarian Rome“ or “Royal City”, you pass the Roman fort of Kelemantia. The Basilica of Esztergom, the largest Catholic Church in Hungary is another highlight and glamorous part of the overall tour.

Amidst the hilly landscape, the river Danube divides itself into parts creating the Szentendre-island. You cycle through typical Hungarian villages on this island. Szentendre is famous for its numerous handicraft boutiques and the Open-air Museum Skanzen. A few particular highlights include some of the most famous attractions in Budapest. During your boat ride to Budapest you´ll enjoy the beautiful view of Budapest´s most popular sights. Note: boat trips at the beginning or end of the stage, depending on the season. Outside of the ship season, train ticket as a replacement.

The morning is for free usage. The train connections from Budapest are very good (every hour to Vienna, journey time approx. 3 hours); the bus also stops at Vienna Airport.